Paul Dennett re-elected a Salford City Mayor

Paul Dennett re-elected a Salford City Mayor

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The transcript details the election results for the City Mayor of Salford, where Paul Dennett of the Labour Party was elected. Dennett's acceptance speech highlights the importance of local government and the challenges faced due to budget cuts and austerity measures. He emphasizes the need for a clear plan for Salford and criticizes the current government's policies. The transcript concludes with a call for a general election, reflecting on the political shifts and the need for change.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was declared the winner of the Salford City Mayor election?

Sally Griffiths

David Jones

Paul Dennett

Gillian Collinson

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Paul Dennett consider as a broken model of governing?

Local government

Westminster and Whitehall

Salford City Council

Trade Unionist and Socialist Coalition

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much has Salford's budget been cut over the past 14 years?

£145,000,000

£245,000,000

£345,000,000

£445,000,000

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the call for a general election according to the transcript?

The success of the Conservative Party

The need for a new local government

The increase in public sector funding

The rejection of the Tory party by the public

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many council seats did the Tories lose in the elections?

Nearly 400

Nearly 600

Nearly 300

Nearly 500